Sous Chef

Rangeford Villages; Corsham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Access to the Rangeford Benefits Hub

Health Care Cash Plan

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Programme incl. a+

50% Discounted food and beverage on or

Access to on site leisure facilities

Job summary

Rangeford Villages seeks a Sous Chef for its Wadswick Green restaurant, set in Wiltshire countryside. You will assist the Head Chef with preparing and presenting a range of fresh produce to the highest standards, lead the kitchen team, and ensure guest satisfaction.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week on a rota of 5 days out of 7, including weekends and occasional evenings. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage a busy kitchen with quality control.
• Demonstrated passion for producing fresh, quality food.
• Excellent communication with team and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timing and progress of all dishes during service.
• Manage kitchen operations at all times.
• Train, induct and develop the kitchen brigade when required.
• Maintain highest standards in food preparation and presentation.
• Focus on guest care and service to enhance the dining experience.
• Stay adaptable to menu changes and company policies.

Skills

Kitchen management

Passion for food

Strong communication

Education

Appropriate food qualification desirable

Job description

Do you want to apply for a job where there is no working late into the night - then this could be the role for you.

Rangeford Villages develops and operates integrated retirement communities for people aged over 60. We create exciting, innovative and contemporary villages for owners to live life to the full, with a wide range of leisure activities, services, support and care. We promote well‑being whilst helping residents maintain an active and independent lifestyle.

Wadswick Green is set in the stunning Wiltshire countryside, just eight miles from Bath. Our restaurant on site 'The Greenhouse' is open to both owners and visitors. It is mostly open in the daytime, preparing fresh food from our kitchen gardens and local suppliers.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sous Chefin our restaurant.

ob Description

You will assist the Head Chef, managing preparing and presenting a wide range of fresh produce ensuring that the highest quality is maintained.

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• Company pension


• Access to the Rangeford Benefits Hub


• Health Care Cash Plan


• Life Cover


• Employee Assistance Programme including access to a virtual GP


• 50% Discounted food and beverage on or off duty


• Access to on site leisure facilities at set times

Responsibilities:

• Responsible during service for timing and progress of all dishes.


• Responsibility for the Kitchen operation at all times.


• Responsibility for the training, induction and development of the kitchen brigade when required.


• To ensure that in the preparation and presentation of food, the highest standards are maintained at all times


• To constantly focus on guest care and service. Ensuring that everything that is done well improves and enhances the guest experience. Nothing is too much trouble attitude.


• To be fully conversant with the menu and to be adaptable with continual changes to ensure that the menu is kept in line with customer demands and Company policies.

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrable kitchen management skills


• Minimum of 2 years’ experience


• Be passionate about food


• Possess strong communication skills

Training will be provided

Qualifications:

• Appropriate food qualification desirable

Hours and any other restrictions:

This is a full time role of 40 hours per week on a rota basis 5 days out of 7 and will include weekend work, with occasional evenings.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills or duties

Rangeford Villages is committed to promoting equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances our ability to meet the needs of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. We embrace diversity and inclusion as a source of strength and innovation.